How do I become a child advocate?

What classes should I take? I'm assuming they have to be in social work, psychology, child development, maybe even health/social relations. But, how do I know exactly what I need to take?



What degree am I going for?



I'm in Chicago, so what universities are good for a career in child advocacy?



I don't know what else to ask, but any information in how to become a child advovate would be greatly helpful.



Thanks.How do I become a child advocate?First you can actually learn a lot online. Start with the spec ed laws at www.idea.ed.gov

www.nichcy.org



go to the fed health and human service website see children. Good luck and good for you!!How do I become a child advocate?Try being a guardian ad litem via the courts. CASA is what it is called. Called the courts to learn more.

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How do I become a child advocate?It sounds like you need courses in both special education and social work. I would contact ASAH, an organization that helps people with special needs youngsters, and ask them what they suggest.



Good luck...it's a job that requires patience, and a lot of love...but the results can be life changing. How do I become a child advocate?
Check-out the training that Child Advocacy organizations give in their volunteers.

For a list of internet resources regarding Child Advocacy, check out the LINKS posted in my Yahoo Group's links page .



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